Applications: Sri Lanka urban analysis (Ongoing)
Data requirement: Global & local data
Final deliverables: PPT with analysis, potential project narrative, project design and theory of change.
Geographic scope: City specific, groups of cities, region(s)
Hazards covered: Can be considered
Indicative Cost / working time: $20 K +
Methodology peer-reviewed, cleared (date)?: Builds on, inter alia, the methodology of the peer reviewed Competitive Cities for Jobs & Growth report
Time required for delivery: 1-3 months depending on agreed scope
An assessment of the dynamism of urban economies at a national level, identifying key constraints and issues and solutions aiming to unlock job creation and economic growth. Geared toward preparation of urban operations; outputs include proposed project components and theory of change. Uses best available data and research in combination with additional data inputs (e.g. from benchmarking tool). The scope & depth of the exercise can be adjusted. Requires at least 1 week of a good consultant, with supervision and guidance from a core team member.